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'A part of this family will always be with me': New Arsenal signing Thomas Partey writes emotional goodbye to Atletico Madrid but club remain angry over last minute deadline day swoop

Thomas Partey has penned an emotional farewell message to Atletico Madrid after completing a £45million transfer deadline day move to Arsenal.

The midfielder had been a long-term target for Mikel Arteta but the deal went down to the wire with the Gunners agreeing to meet his release clause just before the window shut.

Partey joined Atletico Madrid as a teenager in 2011 before breaking into first team in the 2015-2016 season. The midfielder went on to become a key player for the LaLiga side and a firm fan favourite during his five years in the senior side.